how heavy are s/f connects?

red_90_gt · 11-21-2001, 09:35 AM

How heavy are subframe connectors? Is the stiffness they offer the stang worth the extra weight? My car's handling feels loose and sloppy. I want it tight and accurate. What's the most affordable way to do this? I would like to lower my 90 gt an inch and a half or so. Good or bad idea? Any advice would make this easier. Thank you guys.

302 LX Eric · 11-21-2001, 10:29 AM

Given the relatively light weight of the sub-frame connectors, they are definately worth it. You would be adding maybe 15 lbs. to your Stang - which is not much at all. Plus they are a must when you start to approach higher power levels with drag or road racing.

My advice is get them. I have them and like them.

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srv1 · 11-21-2001, 10:32 AM

they are worth EVERY PENNY DUDE! you will feel the difference just by driving it! they are not heavy at all. maybe 20lbs both sides. cheapest and easiest mod to do to a Stang! dont get the bolt in ones, they suck, make sure you get the weld in ones.

drudis · 11-21-2001, 10:38 AM

Worth every oz of weight they put into the car!

Rollcages, now thats gotta be debatable, but if you _need_ it, then its worth it.

Tim89LXvert · 11-21-2001, 02:55 PM

I know the full length Maximum Motorsports connecters that are on my convertible are pretty beefy. Well worth the wieght gain though. The car is SO much more rigid!

I would recommend the Maximum Motorsports ones if you don't mind paying extra for installaion. If you can weld, or have a buddy that can, then they are the way to go.

11-21-2001, 09:35 AM	#1
red_90_gt Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Woodridge IL, US Posts: 10	how heavy are s/f connects? How heavy are subframe connectors? Is the stiffness they offer the stang worth the extra weight? My car's handling feels loose and sloppy. I want it tight and accurate. What's the most affordable way to do this? I would like to lower my 90 gt an inch and a half or so. Good or bad idea? Any advice would make this easier. Thank you guys.

11-21-2001, 10:29 AM	#2
302 LX Eric or '331 LX Eric' Join Date: Jan 1999 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 2,142	Given the relatively light weight of the sub-frame connectors, they are definately worth it. You would be adding maybe 15 lbs. to your Stang - which is not much at all. Plus they are a must when you start to approach higher power levels with drag or road racing. My advice is get them. I have them and like them. E __________________ 1991 5.0 LX Coupe - 40,750 miles 331 cu. in. / Tremec 3550 / BFG Drag Radials 12.22 @ 114.31 mph - w/1.89 60'

11-21-2001, 10:32 AM	#3
srv1 Get down..... Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Room 103 Posts: 2,095	hook up! they are worth EVERY PENNY DUDE! you will feel the difference just by driving it! they are not heavy at all. maybe 20lbs both sides. cheapest and easiest mod to do to a Stang! dont get the bolt in ones, they suck, make sure you get the weld in ones. __________________ Cobra brakes are on! Finally..... ------------------------------------------------

11-21-2001, 10:38 AM	#4
drudis Moderator Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Livonia, MI, USA Posts: 1,194	Worth every oz of weight they put into the car! Rollcages, now thats gotta be debatable, but if you _need_ it, then its worth it. __________________ Darius Rudis, Moderator Corner Carvers Delight 1989 Mustang LX - Open Track Car http://www.dariusrudis.com

11-21-2001, 02:55 PM	#5
Tim89LXvert Registered Member Join Date: Sep 1998 Location: Toledo, Ohio, USA Posts: 269	I know the full length Maximum Motorsports connecters that are on my convertible are pretty beefy. Well worth the wieght gain though. The car is SO much more rigid! I would recommend the Maximum Motorsports ones if you don't mind paying extra for installaion. If you can weld, or have a buddy that can, then they are the way to go. __________________ 1989 LX Convertible, blue with white top and leather, 5 speed. Engine: GT40 al. heads, Cobra intake, TFS cam, 1.7RR, etc.... LOLDrivetrain: SPEC II clutch & FMS Billet flywheel, Pro 5.0 shifter w/Cobra knob and aluminum driveshaft through 3.73:1 gears.Chassis: 4 wheel disk w/Cobra front brakes, GT rears and 2001 "Bullitt" wheels Rear: MM adjustable LCAs with Griggs springs, KYB shocks. Front: Koni red struts, FMS "C" springs and full poly bushings. Full length MM sub frame connectors, steeda 2pt. K-brace.Misc.: 130a alt. upgrade, R134a conversion. Photos of my car

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